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Holbrook Arma Metallic-S 14mm vs Joola Scorpeus 3S 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Holbrook Arma Metallic-S 14mm
Joola Scorpeus 3S 16mm
Price
$279.99
$239.95
Swing Weight
116
113
Twist Weight
7.33
7.1
Weight
8.2 oz
8 oz
Core
—
16mm
Power
58.2 MPH
57.5 MPH
Pop
36.6 MPH
37.8 MPH
Spin
2106 RPM
2213 RPM
Shape
—
Wide body
Face
Composite
Carbon
Build
—
Gen 3
Balance
239mm
239mm
Holbrook Arma Metallic-S 14mm
This paddle delivers top 10% power (58.2 MPH), rock-solid stability (top 4%) — a versatile option.
Pros
- +Elite power — 58.2 MPH puts it in the top 10% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Solid pop at 36.6 MPH (65th percentile) for net exchanges
- +Good spin generation at 2106 RPM (70th percentile)
- +Exceptional stability — 7.33 twist weight is top 4% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
Cons
- −Premium price at $279.99 — more expensive than 88% of paddles (avg $197)
Best For
Power Players
Joola Scorpeus 3S 16mm
This paddle delivers 82th percentile power (57.5 MPH), plush 16mm+ feel, 89th percentile spin (2213 RPM) — a power option in a wide body shape.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57.5 MPH (82th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 37.8 MPH — top 7% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Outstanding spin at 2213 RPM — 89th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
- +Exceptional stability — 7.1 twist weight is top 10% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
Cons
- −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
BeginnersAdvanced / Tournament PlayersPower PlayersSpin-Heavy Players
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